As popular restaurants close their doors, here's what you can expect on Franklin Street in the coming months.
Franklin Street sits at the northern edge of campus and it is the most famous stretch of pavement in Chapel Hill. Many of the businesses on Franklin Street cater to students.
Students often rush Franklin Street after a win against Duke in basketball. Chapel Hill’s Homegrown Halloween event, which at its peak attracted nearly 32,000 college students from across the state, is held on Franklin Street.
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Gizmo Brew Works will open in the building where the Ramshead Rathskeller restaurant was formerly housed: “This space is beloved by Chapel Hill, so we’re thrilled that we’ve got someone going in there, and someone with a great reputation like Gizmo I think will be fantastic for the space.”
Chapel Hill is losing two businesses, but is gaining a new one, set to open this spring.
The Cat Tales Cat Café is still on its way, but the grand opening has been delayed. Here's the progress so far, and what's left to be finished.
From Spanky's to Sugarland to Smoothie King, catch up on all the business news you might've missed in 2018.
Put down those dumbbells and stretch out your toes; a new barre studio is opening on Franklin Street with deals for college students. No experience required, but it's harder than it looks.
Staff writer Claire Willmschen asked UNC students what political conversations they expect during their family gatherings.
Minority business owners across Chapel Hill share their experiences and the hard work that went into building their businesses.
“I think it’s Trump’s attempt to wrestle the presidency away from the people.”
It's not over 'til it's over... and today, it's over! Staff writer Casey Quam spoke to students in the Pit about their voting experience at UNC this year, and marks an end to the voting madness on campus.
The Dunkin' Donuts on Franklin Street continues to work toward obtaining a drive-thru permit. Town members have expressed concerns about the drive-thru line interfering with traffic flow on the street, but the owner assures that the location can handle the traffic and any other requirements needed to get the permit.
Following a legacy Chapel Hill tradition, students and community members flocked to Franklin Street on Oct. 31 to celebrate Halloween and show off their costumes. Photographers Lexi Baird and Khamees Abou Sido captured some of the costumes, friendships and activities of Wednesday night.
The Hemp Store will soon open on Franklin Street after its success in downtown Raleigh.
The Town's preparations are in full swing with Halloween-themed planetarium shows, food trucks and safety strategies for Franklin Street.
Crook's Corner, a staple in Chapel Hill, is expecting little change with a new owner and a new chef coming in. The future promises to attract a younger demographic while also maintaing Crook's Corner's traditions and older customers.
The Chapel Hill Town Council is asking for the public's opinion on the future of 140 West plaza and the sculpture that's been there since 2013.
26 people have been arrested since Silent Sam was toppled on Aug. 20.
